Which of the Following Accurately Describes an Effect of Hurricane

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following accurately describes an effect of hurricane Katrina on GDP?

• A)GDP would decrease reflecting the costs of cleanup.
• B)GDP would increase reflecting the costs of cleanup.
• C)GDP would increase reflecting the decrease in production that occurred during the storm and the productive capacity lost in the storm.
• D)GDP would increase well-being.

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